Stanley remains a Valkyrie!
- sharonshortle
- a few seconds ago
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York Valkyrie have retained full-back, Tara-Jane Stanley, thanks to the support of Squad Builder!
The 32-year old has signed a new two year contract, keeping her at the club until the end of the 2027 season.
The England international is looking to get back to full fitness and regain her place in the team, having been ruled out of the whole of 2025 after needing surgery on an ACL injury sustained in a Betfred Women’s Super League game at Leeds Rhinos in September 2024.
She’s remained part of the squad since then, working with the coaching staff and being part of Valkyrie match days.
Stanley joined York from Castleford Tigers in 2021, and became one of the first players to sign a contract with the club in 2023.
She was also part of the squad which won the Betfred Women’s Super League Grand Final in 2023,
The 2022 Women of Steel has represented England in three World Cups, and she was named in the 2021 Team of the Tournament. She also holds the record for most points scored for England.
On remaining with the Valkyrie, Stanley said: "Heading into my fifth season at York, I’m buzzing to be back.
"Being out last year with my ACL wasn’t easy, but the support from the fans, the girls, and the staff kept me going every single day.
"I’m coming back hungry, grateful, and ready to give everything this season."
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